Aloor - Kundapura, Udupi
Aloor is a village situated in the Kundapura taluka of Udupi district, Karnataka. It is located approximately 12 km from the tehsil headquarters in Kundapura and around 57 km from the district headquarters in Udupi. Aluru serves as the Gram Panchayat for Aloor village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Aloor is 608706. The village covers a total geographical area of 1984.47 hectares and falls under the 576233 pincode. Kundapur is the nearest town, located about 12 km away.
Aloor village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Kundapura Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Udupi Chikkamagaluru Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Aloor
As per Census 2011, Aloor village has a total population of 3,584 people, consisting of 1,490 males and 2,094 females. The village has 707 households and a sex ratio of 1,405 females per 1,000 males. There are 343 children in the 0–6 years age group. The village has 2,293 literate and 1,291 illiterate residents. Additionally, 159 people belong to Scheduled Caste (SC) communities and 25 to Scheduled Tribe (ST) communities.
Detailed gender-wise population figures for Aloor are given below:
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,584 | 1,490 | 2,094 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 343 | 165 | 178 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 159 | 64 | 95 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 25 | 13 | 12 |
| Literate Population | 2,293 | 1,033 | 1,260 |
| Illiterate Population | 1,291 | 457 | 834 |
Nearby Villages of Aloor
Aloor is surrounded by several neighbouring villages in various directions. The table below lists these nearby villages along with their approximate aerial (straight-line) distances and directions from the village:
| Nearby Village | Direction | Approx. Distance (Aerial) |
|---|---|---|
| Harkoor | South-West | 3.14 km |
| Noojadi | South | 3.85 km |
| Idurkunhadi | North-East | 4.78 km |
| Vandse | South-East | 4.82 km |
| Kundabarandadi | South-West | 5.09 km |
| Chittoor | South-East | 5.56 km |
| Heroor | North-West | 5.58 km |
| Kalthodu | North-West | 6.23 km |
| Nada | West | 6.37 km |
| Hakladi | South-West | 6.80 km |
Transport and Connectivity of Aloor
Aloor is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through bus services. The nearest railway station is Senapura, while the nearest airport is Mangalore International Airport, situated at an approximate aerial distance of 68.0 km.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within 5-10 km |
| Private Bus Service | Yes | Available within village |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Kundapur to Aloor is about 12 km, with a usual travel time of around 30-60 minutes. Similarly, the road distance from Udupi to Aloor is about 57 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Aloor
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Aloor village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | Yes | Available within village |
| Post Office | Yes | Available within village |
Health Facilities in Aloor
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Aloor village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | Yes | Available within village |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Aloor
Where is Aloor located?
Aloor village is located in Kundapura Taluka, Udupi district, Karnataka, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Aloor?
The Gram Panchayat of Aloor is Aluru.
What is the pincode of Aloor?
The pincode of Aloor is 576233.
What is the population of Aloor?
Aloor has a total population of 3,584, including 1,490 males and 2,094 females.
How many households are there in Aloor?
There are 707 households in Aloor.
What is the literacy rate in Aloor?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Aloor is 63.98%. Male literacy is 69.33% and female literacy is 60.17%.